such as
idiom
1
—used to introduce an example or series of examples
You will need some form of identification, such as a driver's license.
"I have my reasons for not wanting to go." "Such as?"
2
: of the specified kind
In cases such as this (one), it's best to be cautious.
Questions such as the one you've asked are difficult to answer.
Examples of such as in a Sentence
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If not, a trade down with a team such as the New York Giants, the Minnesota Vikings or the Las Vegas Raiders could be in play.
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Phil Helsel, NBC News, 26 Apr. 2024
Hot to Shop for Moisturizers for Acne-Prone Skin Look for gentle exfoliants: Look for gentle exfoliating ingredients, such as BHAs like salicylic acid.
—Lacey Muinos, Health, 25 Apr. 2024
Nguyen agreed and pointed to her past work with discrete periods of time, such as campaign seasons or legislative sessions.
—Julia Zorthian, TIME, 25 Apr. 2024
Today, in lieu of the Great Gatsby-esque lawn parties of yore where swans roamed the grounds, Newport attracts visitors of all stripes for events such as the Newport Folk Festival.
—Alex Erdekian, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2024
Her previous work can be found on hit shows such as Saturday Night Live, The Big Bang Theory, Orange Is the New Black, and more.
—Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 25 Apr. 2024
Select a Grade-A left tackle in Joe Alt or a bulldozing right tackle such as J.C. Latham or Taliese Fuaga; take a Grade-A receiver in Marvin Harrison Jr., Rome Odunze or Malik Nabers; or trade the pick for good value.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Apr. 2024
Weight loss drugs such as Ozempic have been shown to reduce interest in beverage alcohol cravings.
—Taylor Foxman, Rolling Stone, 25 Apr. 2024
This investment allows Ark's clients to gain exposure to OpenAI, along with other high-profile companies such as SpaceX and X Holdings.
—Detroit Free Press, 13 Apr. 2024
Phil Helsel, NBC News, 26 Apr. 2024
Hot to Shop for Moisturizers for Acne-Prone Skin Look for gentle exfoliants: Look for gentle exfoliating ingredients, such as BHAs like salicylic acid.
—Lacey Muinos, Health, 25 Apr. 2024
Nguyen agreed and pointed to her past work with discrete periods of time, such as campaign seasons or legislative sessions.
—Julia Zorthian, TIME, 25 Apr. 2024
Today, in lieu of the Great Gatsby-esque lawn parties of yore where swans roamed the grounds, Newport attracts visitors of all stripes for events such as the Newport Folk Festival.
—Alex Erdekian, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Apr. 2024
Her previous work can be found on hit shows such as Saturday Night Live, The Big Bang Theory, Orange Is the New Black, and more.
—Alyssa Brascia, Peoplemag, 25 Apr. 2024
Select a Grade-A left tackle in Joe Alt or a bulldozing right tackle such as J.C. Latham or Taliese Fuaga; take a Grade-A receiver in Marvin Harrison Jr., Rome Odunze or Malik Nabers; or trade the pick for good value.
—Tom Krasovic, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Apr. 2024
Weight loss drugs such as Ozempic have been shown to reduce interest in beverage alcohol cravings.
—Taylor Foxman, Rolling Stone, 25 Apr. 2024
This investment allows Ark's clients to gain exposure to OpenAI, along with other high-profile companies such as SpaceX and X Holdings.
—Detroit Free Press, 13 Apr. 2024
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